Achnagairn Castle & Estate

Achnagairn Castle & Estate Luxury exclusive use wedding & event venue and accommodation near Inverness, bursting with character. And yours alone.
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These are over-used adjectives, but they capture the very essence of Achnagairn. The history, the design, the luxury and the quintessentially Scottish views combine to create an unforgettable experience. Seductive for weddings, efficient for conferences and relaxing for family groups; Achnagairn has it all. Exclusive - Achnagairn is exclusive in both senses of the word-sumptuously comfortable and

also an exclusive use venue. As it can only be hired as a whole, you are guaranteed to be the only guests in the house. All 24 bedrooms, all public rooms including the ballroom and l5 acres are yours. Breathtaking - Achnagairn has an uncanny knack of taking your breath away. The genuine "wow" factor extends from the ballroom throughout the house to the glorious bedrooms and bathrooms. Unique - Try as you might, you will not find another Achnagairn.

Join Our Team at Achnagairn Castle!At the end of March, the amazing Marion, who has been with us for many years is retir...
27/01/2025

Join Our Team at Achnagairn Castle!

At the end of March, the amazing Marion, who has been with us for many years is retiring and we’re looking for a Front of House / Breakfast Duty Manager to lead morning operations at Achnagairn Castle!

We have big boots to fill, and are looking for someone who will:
- Deliver exceptional breakfast service for our guests, and look after our brides, grooms and suppliers first thing in the morning
- Lead and train a dedicated team to uphold five-star standards.
- Collaborate across our tight-knit teams to keep all our events running without a hitch

Discover the full job role below, or get in touch with us directly with your cv to discuss! There are also opportunities for a wider Front of House role alongside the breakfast role.

Achnagairn Estate

✨ EXCLUSIVE OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND ✨ March 1st & 2nd 11am to 4pmJoin us at our Open House on the weekend of the 1st and 2nd ...
25/01/2025

✨ EXCLUSIVE OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND ✨ March 1st & 2nd 11am to 4pm

Join us at our Open House on the weekend of the 1st and 2nd March 2025, exclusively for couples who are engaged or interested in finding out more about a wedding at Achnagairn Castle!

Meet the team, experience our stunning ballroom, individually designed bedrooms, and picturesque gardens, and chat with a handful of our suppliers to envision your dream day at Achnagairn Castle.

Spaces are limited so register your interest in the form below!

No appointments needed, but to guarantee a chat with our wedding coordinators, register your interest here:
https://forms.monday.com/forms/821ea8470f6af31cd748df1123fbe985?r=euc1

Supplier partners:
Décor: Evas Covers and Bothy Blooms
Tasty bites: Good Highland Food and The Lunchbox Boys

Dogs welcome in the grounds.

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Achnagairn Castle, Kirkhill, IV5 7PD Sat 1st & Sun 2nd March, 11am - 4pm Join us at our Open House on the weekend of the 1st and 2nd March 2025, exclusively for couples who are engaged or interested in finding out more about a wedding at Achnagairn Castle. Meet the team, experience our stunning ball...

Meet Cara and Alison, our miracle working wedding coordinators! 🪄With years of experience in event planning between them...
15/01/2025

Meet Cara and Alison, our miracle working wedding coordinators! 🪄

With years of experience in event planning between them, if you’ve been married at Achnagairn, you’ll know what an impact they have! On hand from the moment you book for advice and recommendations, they take all the stress out of the experience. Hosting detailed calls on your planning in the months running up to your big day, and there to coordinate everything in full for you on the day itself.

In the words of Keri and Paul: “You and all the team worked tirelessly to ensure everything was perfect and it truly was. Cara, from start to finish I have loved every minute of planning, gossiping and getting to know you. You have made it so special, stress free and it’s been an absolute pleasure to plan alongside someone so fabulous as you!”  👏

✨Happy Hogmanay from Achnagairn Castle! ✨🥂As the clock ticks towards 2025, we thank you for being part of our story this...
31/12/2024

✨Happy Hogmanay from Achnagairn Castle! ✨🥂

As the clock ticks towards 2025, we thank you for being part of our story this year and making 2024 unforgettable.
Here’s to a year filled with joy, love and unforgettable moments. Wishing you all a sparkling start to 2025 and celebrations to remember!

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A wonderful mention in The Press and Journal as one of Karen Thorburn’s top Highland venue picks for stunning photos!Ach...
29/12/2024

A wonderful mention in The Press and Journal as one of Karen Thorburn’s top Highland venue picks for stunning photos!

Achnagairn is often picked for its centrepiece: the stunning Ballroom. Our beautiful grounds provide the perfect backdrop for wedding photography and relaxed drinks receptions. There is plenty of space for “escape the ordinary” touches, including cricket matches and badminton games!

📷 Karen Thorburn Photography

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/business/6658600/wedding-photographer-on-top-10-highland-venues-for-stunning-pictures/

Snow + Tartan in low winter sun 😍
21/12/2024

Snow + Tartan in low winter sun 😍

With winter wedding season in full swing we thought we’d share some of our highlights so far! We still have some 2025 No...
12/12/2024

With winter wedding season in full swing we thought we’d share some of our highlights so far! We still have some 2025 Nov / Dec availability remaining - get in touch for dates!

Michael Carver Photography

Wha cares if skies be dull and gray?Wha heeds November weather?Let ilka Scot be glad to-dayThe whole wide warl’ thegithe...
30/11/2024

Wha cares if skies be dull and gray?
Wha heeds November weather?
Let ilka Scot be glad to-day
The whole wide warl’ thegither.

Here’s tae each bonnie loch and glen.
Here’s tae her hills and heather.
We’ll toast on this, St. Andrew’s day,
Fair Scotland a’ thegither! 🥃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Our first snows of winter by night and by day 🌓
21/11/2024

Our first snows of winter by night and by day 🌓

Achnagairn was started by a couple of incurable romantics. Gillian and Mike bought and renovated the castle wanting to c...
16/11/2024

Achnagairn was started by a couple of incurable romantics. Gillian and Mike bought and renovated the castle wanting to create a venue where weddings don’t feel over too soon like theirs did 35 years ago.
This summer, their daughter Georgie continued the romantic tradition – she married Matt at Achnagairn over a long weekend that definitely did not feel over in a flash! Their love story is featured in today’s Times: https://www.thetimes.com/comment/register/article/readers-lives-weddings-ldsx33xn0
It was a special weekend for us at Achnagairn – 120 guests took over the full estate, with a barbecue on the first night, and swimming and cycling to close off the Sunday. The day of the wedding was filled with plenty of ‘escape the ordinary’ hints – from the ‘old’ red shoes Georgie wore with her dress, to the ‘borrowed’ Morgan car from Matt’s dad. As ever, impossible to put together without all our suppliers.

📸 Hayley Fraser Photography
🍽 Donnie Macleod Catering
💇🏽‍♀️ Jenna Cooke
💄 Athena Andreas
✨ Evas Covers
💐 Achnagairn’s own Ewa
🎂 Matt’s mum

Christmas magic at Achnagairn Castle with the wedding of Logan & Cecile. Our venue looks stunning during the festive sea...
13/11/2024

Christmas magic at Achnagairn Castle with the wedding of Logan & Cecile. Our venue looks stunning during the festive season, perfect for a wintry ceremony to celebrate 🎄🥂

Bridesmaids in beautiful shades of rust, burnt orange, and deep burgundy—perfectly capturing the season’s beauty and aut...
10/11/2024

Bridesmaids in beautiful shades of rust, burnt orange, and deep burgundy—perfectly capturing the season’s beauty and autumn colours 🧡co

Autumn weddings at Achnagairn 🍂🥂The grounds come alive with autumnal colours, making the castle a truly magical venue fo...
08/11/2024

Autumn weddings at Achnagairn 🍂🥂
The grounds come alive with autumnal colours, making the castle a truly magical venue for a couple’s special day

We love seeing couples having the best time! Emma & Timmy’s wedding was full of fun and unforgettable moments 💫
02/11/2024

We love seeing couples having the best time! Emma & Timmy’s wedding was full of fun and unforgettable moments 💫

All the magic from Emma & Matthew’s recent wedding at Achnagairn 🤍
31/10/2024

All the magic from Emma & Matthew’s recent wedding at Achnagairn 🤍

Experience the magic of autumn at Achnagairn Castle 🍂 As the leaves turn, our grounds are transformed into a warm tapest...
29/10/2024

Experience the magic of autumn at Achnagairn Castle 🍂 As the leaves turn, our grounds are transformed into a warm tapestry of rich colours, setting the perfect backdrop for a cosy, romantic wedding ❤️



Autumn at Achnagairn 🍂 The leaves may have just started changing colour, but the castle always looks stunning in this se...
12/10/2024

Autumn at Achnagairn 🍂 The leaves may have just started changing colour, but the castle always looks stunning in this season. We’re loving these photos from last year 🍁

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Achnagairn Castle, Kirkhill, Nr Inverness
Inverness
IV57PD

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